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12 Days of Xmas Giveaways - your choice!

Every year our 12 Days of Xmas Giveaways gets bigger and bigger. Last year, we gave away rocking horses, humidifiers, baby carriers, Trunki’s and lots more.

This year, we’re planning a GARGANTUAN event, so tell us what you want. Don’t be shy, email us at hello@yoomi.com with your idea of the perfect Xmas gift and the yoomi elves will get on to it pronto!

It’s Daddy time…!

Becoming a new father can be daunting, but there are a few things to keep in mind that will help you and your new baby!

• Pop on a baby carrier and go for a walk. She’ll soon get used to daddy’s smell.
• Singing, walking her around, gently rocking, or feeding her, teaches her that mum isn’t the only one who can give her what she needs.
• You can definitely be the funny guy. Giving her attention like making silly faces, will make her glow with a smile and associate dad time with fun time.
• Babies love music & love to dance. Even when she’s just a few months old, turn on some music (or sing a special song) then sway her around the room for that special first dance.

Do I need a Birth Plan?

Thinking about giving birth probably fills you with both excitement and trepidation! While you can’t know for certain what will happen, writing a birth plan could help give you a greater chance of having the birth experience you want.

Some definite plus points are:
• Encouraging you to think about what you want for your labour and birth and the options available. i.e pain relief preferences and labour positions
• Putting your birth partner in the picture so he or she can help or speak up for you during the labour and birth.
• Giving you the confidence that your team know why you want or don’t want something, as well as what you do or don’t want, which will help you relax and labour better.

Remember birth plans aren’t set in stone. You can still express different preferences as labour progresses – and your midwife or obstetrician will be with you to advise along the way.